Washington Nationals 3B Ryan Zimmerman (shoulder) is confident he won't miss extended time with inflammation in his AC joint in his shoulder. He could still land on the disabled list if he needs another anti-inflammatory injection. Zimmerman would be eligible to return May 6 if he does land on the DL. INF Tyler Moore and OFs Brett Carroll and Bryce Harper are options to be called up if Zimmerman goes on the shelf.

Washington Nationals OF Rick Ankiel (quadriceps) will be activated from the disabled list Saturday, April 14, where he will become the starting center fielder over OF Roger Bernadina. "He's in great shape," manager Davey Johnson said. "He had a great rehab program. Did awfully well. He's still fine. He had a great workout with the boys. He looks good to go." OFs Steve Lombardozzi and Brett Carroll are candidates to be sent down. Johnson plans to play Ankiel on an everyday basis. It's unlikely that OF Mark DeRosa will play much at first base with Bernadina moving to left field.